Meet Ice King Ochacho: Nigeria’s 12-Year-Old Music Prodigy
At just 12 years old, Ice King Ochacho is taking Africa’s music scene by storm. Hailing from Otukpo in Benue State, Nigeria, the young star, born to real estate mogul King Mohamed Adah, popularly known as Ochacho, has quickly risen from freestyling at age seven to performing alongside some of Nigeria’s biggest artists.
With a sound that blends Afrobeat, hip-hop, and dancehall, Ice King has carved a unique niche for himself and earned the nickname “Wonder Kid” from his growing fanbase.
His viral freestyle videos launched him into the spotlight, leading to collaborations with artists like Teni and performances with Davido, 2Baba, Zlatan, and others.
Despite his rapid rise, Ice King remains focused on his education. “Music is my dream, but education is my power,” he says, a message that resonates with many young fans navigating similar paths. As he sets his sights on global stages, Ice King continues to inspire with his talent, humility, and ambition.
Ice King Ochacho’s journey highlights every child’s right to participate in cultural and artistic life, as upheld in Article 31 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.
